The Material Handling Blog

Material Handling Ergonomics: 4 Products to Keep Your Workers Safe

Codi Wilson

June 14, 2018

Most material handling situations involve physically-straining or repetitive actions, such as lifting products from variable elevations, installing a component in an assembly process, or picking products into containers for order fulfillment. Those physical stresses could lead to worker injury and additional costs.

Understanding OSHA Safety Standards for Conveyor

Greg Conner

May 09, 2018

Conveyor equipment can be dangerous if not used in the proper manner and with necessary safety precautions in place. To prevent injuries and accidents, OSHA has outlined several conveyor safety standards, which we'll review and expand upon. Read: Understanding OSHA Safety Standards for Conveyor

It’s the Little Things: How Anti-Fatigue Mats Make a Big Impact

Robert Shenon

February 23, 2018

It’s easy to focus on highly automated material handling solutions, especially when these systems have technologies such as fast-moving robots, conveyor, or software. However, it’s just as important to focus on the basics of a material handling environment, including ergonomic products like anti-fatigue mats.

Don’t Let Wash-Down Conveyor Leave You Feeling Drowned

Wes Bryant

January 10, 2018

Often times, when people think of wash-down conveyor, stainless steel comes to mind. That's correct, but there are several key components to successful wash-down conveyor. They are complicated as long as you work with a trusted vendor.

Preventing Common Warehouse Safety Hazards

Sarah Fronczak

June 27, 2017

Although safety is a year-round concern, June is National Safety Month, so it's the perfect time to look at the most common warehouse safety hazards and how to prevent them. Read: Preventing Common Warehouse Safety Hazards

Augmented Reality (AR): The Future of Supply Chains?

Mark Curtis

March 24, 2017

Augmented reality and virtual reality are new technologies being applied to the ever evolving supply chain. Integrating these devices with warehouse software, picking processes, and robotics could be the future of distribution and manufacturing operations.

Dress Up Your Pallet Rack With Accessories

Dave Knight

August 12, 2016

To take full advantage of your pallet rack investment, you should also consider some common accessories to ensure the safety and longevity of its use. These accessories can include wire decking, row spacers, and column protectors to name a few.

How to Specify Your Conveyor Safety Netting

Austin Trusty

June 01, 2016

Overhead conveyor is a common and useful component of many material handling system designs. It saves valuable floor space and can provide a safer working environment for employees as long the proper safety features are included. One key safety component of overhead conveyor is safety netting.

5 Ergonomic Products Employees Will Love

Sarah Fronczak

February 24, 2016

As we wrap up the month of love and get even farther into 2016, maybe you’re asking yourself, “What can I do for my employees to make 2016 even better for them?” One place to start is ergonomics.

Ergonomic Benefits of Industrial Robotics

Matt Kohler

November 05, 2015

Hundreds of thousands of people have to deal with risky work environments, dodging workplace injuries, and making it home to their families every day. There are industry shifts, however, that are seeking to reduce the need for utilizing human labor in these inherently risky operations and shifting them to safer tasks in the facility.

3 Industrial Lift Table Uses Safety Officers Would Hate

Chelsi

September 25, 2015

Discussing the benefits of an industrial lift table can be a no-brainer for professionals who use them regularly. From the ergonomic benefits to the efficiency in moving products of any size, lift tables provide a great advantage for the difficulties of product distribution. But there are also a few ways you shouldn't use them.

A Review of 3 Popular Lift Tables: Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Ball Screw

Joe Campbell

July 02, 2014

The lifting, bending and twisting that often comes with manual labor in our field, can quickly cause neck, back, and other upper body injuries. One easy solution to help with ergonomics is industrial lift tables. Here is a quick review of the 3 most popular types of lift tables...

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